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Associated Press
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
THREE'S COMPANY!!! 3 ALLEN MEDIA GROUP COURT SERIES RECEIVE DAYTIME EMMY® AWARD NOMINATIONS
AMERICA'S COURT WITH JUDGE ROSS, JUSTICE FOR THE PEOPLE WITH JUDGE MILIAN, AND WE THE PEOPLE WITH JUDGE LAUREN LAKE Nominated for 'Best Legal/Courtroom Program' LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 / / -- Byron Allen's Allen Media Group (AMG) proudly announces that 3 of its court series have received nominations from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) in the 'Best Legal/Courtroom Program' category for the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards. The 3 AMG court series nominated – AMERICA'S COURT WITH JUDGE ROSS, WE THE PEOPLE WITH JUDGE LAUREN LAKE, and JUSTICE FOR THE PEOPLE WITH JUDGE MILIAN – are daily one-hour strip series, currently carried nationwide on broadcast stations in more than 90 percent of U.S. broadcast television markets, and on cable and digital distribution platforms globally. In the past 15 years, AMG has launched 9 court series, making it the largest owner/producer/distributor of television court programming in the world. All 9 AMG court series are created by Byron Allen and Executive Produced by Byron Allen, Carolyn Folks, Jennifer Lucas, and Patricia Wilson. The 9 AMG court series are: ● AMERICA'S COURT WITH JUDGE ROSS ● JUSTICE FOR ALL WITH JUDGE CRISTINA PEREZ ● SUPREME JUSTICE WITH JUDGE KAREN ● JUSTICE WITH JUDGE MABLEAN ● THE VERDICT WITH JUDGE HATCHETT ● WE THE PEOPLE WITH JUDGE LAUREN LAKE ● MATHIS COURT WITH JUDGE MATHIS ● JUSTICE FOR THE PEOPLE WITH JUDGE MILIAN ● EQUAL JUSTICE WITH JUDGE EBONI K. WILLIAMS 'We at Allen Media Group are extremely proud of these 3 Emmy® nominations,' said Byron Allen, Founder/Chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group. 'Judge Lauren Lake, Judge Marilyn Milian, and Judge Kevin Ross are all outstanding, charismatic, and iconic television judges. Our entire roster of court show talent is exceptional, and we very much appreciate this recognition.' 'These three Daytime Emmy® nominations mean so much to us because they honor the heart, grit, and passion of everyone who pours themselves into all of our court shows,' said Executive Producer Patricia Wilson. 'A big thank you to the Television Academy.' 'I've been doing this for 25 years and being nominated still thrills me beyond belief,' said Judge Marilyn Milian. 'We are so honored to be nominated and have the hard work of so many recognized.' 'To be nominated in this category a second time is such a tremendous affirmation,' said Judge Kevin Ross. 'For 15 Seasons, my mission has been to entertain, enlighten and educate people about the law. To have the opportunity to do what I love with the great team at Allen Media Group is fantastic and humbling. Thank you, Television Academy, for recognizing our work. I am incredibly grateful for this honor.' 'I am honored for the Emmy® nomination,' said Judge Lauren Lake. 'Thank you to the Television Academy for this incredible acknowledgment. This recognition means the world to me, and I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Byron Allen, Carolyn Folks, Jennifer Lucas, Patricia Wilson, and the entire Allen Media Group and production team for their unwavering belief in me and this show. I'm also thrilled to congratulate my colleagues Judge Kevin Ross and Judge Marilyn Milian—three nominations for the studio is a powerful testament to the excellence we're building together.' For more information, visit: Eric Peterkofsky Allen Media Group [email protected] Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Forbes
4 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Corporate Enabling Functions Have High Hopes For AI, But Few Have A Strategy In Place
In just two-and-a-half years since generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) made its public debut, professionals in enabling functions like corporate tax, trade, legal, and risk and compliance and beyond have quickly shifted from feeling threatened by the technology to viewing it as an essential tool for handling the complex challenges they face daily. From increasing M&A activity and real-time reporting requirements to heightened regulatory volatility, these teams are being asked to do more with less, both in terms of budget constraints and talent shortages, and many now see AI as a potential solution to these problems. Corporates have quickly shifted from feeling threatened by Generative AI to viewing it as an ... More essential tool for handling the complex challenges they face daily According to Thomson Reuters new Future of Professionals Report 2025 [LINK], 81% of these professionals believe that AI will have a high or transformational impact on their profession within the next five years. That's not just speculation. More than half (54%) of corporate tax, trade, legal, and risk and compliance respondents say their companies are already experiencing at least one type of benefit from AI adoption. Mind the Gap In fact, professionals in large corporations are currently leading the way in AI adoption. For example, most corporate legal departments have invested in new AI tools in the past 12 months, compared to only 40% of law firms. It makes sense. While law firms still mainly bill by the hour and aren't always incentivized to streamline their operations, corporate tax, trade, legal, and risk teams have historically been viewed as cost centers, making it a priority—especially in the current economic, regulatory, and geopolitical climate—to find ways to operate more efficiently and add value to the organization. However, despite the current AI enthusiasm across corporate America, a significant divide is emerging between businesses seriously integrating AI into their operations and those merely talking about it. Notably, although 81% of surveyed corporate professionals expect AI to bring major changes to their profession in the next five years, only 48% anticipate seeing these changes this year. Another clear sign that AI optimism is outpacing actual progress in many companies is that just 19% of respondents reported having a formal AI strategy in place to support ongoing AI-related innovation across their departments. Developing a Department-Specific AI Strategy The strategy component of the AI equation is crucial. Looking deeper into the data, we see that, among the 19% of companies with an AI strategy for each specific department, 84% report already seeing a return on investment from AI. In contrast, of the 48% of companies that either lack department-specific AI plans or rely solely on a top-line, company-wide AI strategy, only 33% are currently experiencing a return on investment from their AI efforts. This data supports what I observe daily when speaking with corporate executives about their current challenges. It's easy to see the potential benefits of new AI-powered research, drafting, and workflow tools, but the real value of this technology can only be truly unlocked when these solutions are fully integrated into operational workflows. Successful corporate AI adoption is more than just using a new tool in isolation; it often requires redesigning legacy systems and processes to fully utilize the power of these new technologies across the organization. An Integrated Approach to AI That's the next challenge facing corporations that want to fully leverage AI growth: reinventing workflows and rethinking old methods to become more strategic in supporting key functions within the business. Many are not doing this – or not doing it quickly enough. As more companies adopt AI, those that fall behind will face a significant competitive disadvantage, and it's not just about optimizing performance. The most effective AI integrations are those where frontline workers are informed, engaged, and well-trained. Today, 46% of professionals report substantial AI skills gaps within their teams, and 30% believe their companies are progressing too slowly in AI adoption. Companies with an AI strategy that involves leadership aware of every aspect will find it easier to attract talent and, consequently, build a strong AI foundation.
AsiaOne
5 days ago
- Business
- AsiaOne
$3b money laundering case: MinLaw acts against 4 law firms and 1 lawyer over seized properties , Singapore News
SINGAPORE — The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) has taken four law firms and one lawyer to task for anti-money laundering breaches over the purchase of properties in the $3 billion money laundering case, with one of the practices receiving the maximum penalty. In a press release on July 15, MinLaw said it is supporting the Director of Legal Services (DLS) in conducting inquiries into the law practices that were involved in the conveyancing of the real estate seized in an anti-money laundering operation in August 2023. It said the DLS conducted investigations into 24 law practices that were involved, and 11 of the probes have been concluded. The DLS heads the Legal Services Regulatory Authority, which is a department under MinLaw that oversees the regulation of all law practice entities and the registration of foreign lawyers in Singapore. The DLS has ordered two law practices to pay financial penalties of $30,000 and $100,000 respectively. A third law practice was issued a statutory notice of the intention to order it to pay a financial penalty of $70,000. A final decision will be made after receiving and considering the firm's written representations, if any, MinLaw said. The ministry added that the DLS privately reprimanded a fourth law practice, and also referred one lawyer to the Law Society of Singapore for disciplinary action. MinLaw did not name the four law practices and the lawyer that have received enforcement action in its press release. The Straits Times has contacted the ministry for more information. The DLS has decided it will not be necessary to take further regulatory action against seven other law practices. Said MinLaw: "The DLS is considering the inquiry findings for the remaining 13 law practices, and whether any lawyers concerned should be referred to the Law Society of Singapore for disciplinary action." Among its roles, the Law Society maintains the standards of conduct of the legal profession in Singapore. MinLaw added that a law practice that breaches its anti-money laundering obligations can face regulatory control action against its licence. In response to queries from The Straits Times, a MinLaw spokesperson said law practices found to have breached their anti-money laundering obligations under the Legal Profession Act may be given a warning, ordered to pay a penalty of up to $100,000, or have their law practice licence suspended or revoked. A lawyer who breaches his or her anti-money laundering obligations can face disciplinary proceedings, which could result in monetary penalties, suspension from legal practice or disbarment. Singapore's largest case of money laundering involving $3 billion in cash and assets saw 10 foreigners arrested in multiple islandwide raids here on Aug 15, 2023. The nine men and one woman, who were originally from Fujian, China, were jailed, deported and barred from re-entering Singapore. MinLaw noted that all law practices and lawyers are subject to anti-money laundering obligations under the Legal Profession Act. These obligations include analysing money laundering risks relating to each client and performing customer due diligence measures that are commensurate with the client's risk profile. A law practice or lawyer also must file a suspicious transaction report (STR) with the police if they suspect the client may be engaged in money laundering, MinLaw noted. It added that if a law practice or lawyer decides to continue to act for the client despite these suspicions, it should substantiate and document the reasons for the decision. It must also adopt enhanced customer due diligence and monitoring measures. MinLaw said law practices must also have internal anti-money laundering policies, procedures and controls that fulfil the regulatory requirements and are sufficiently robust. The ministry said it issued a guidance note to the legal industry on June 23 to highlight the responsibilities of law practices and lawyers under their statutory anti-money laundering obligations. The note covered areas including analysing client risk, identifying material red flags, establishing a client's source of wealth and the timeline for filing an STR. MinLaw said that while Singapore has a comprehensive anti-money laundering regime, the landscape is constantly changing as new money laundering risks and methods emerge. It added: "Everyone has a role in ensuring that Singapore's anti-money laundering systems continue to be robust, from the law enforcement agencies, to the service providers such as the financial institutions and law practices, to the general public." The law firms and lawyer were the latest to be dealt with in relation to the $3 billion money laundering case. On July 4, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said nine financial institutions were given $27.45 million in composition penalties, and action was taken against 18 staff. MAS said the financial institutions did not adequately check on customers' sources of wealth, even though there were discrepancies in the documents they had provided. Eight of the nine institutions did not adequately investigate suspicious transactions flagged by their own systems. For the staff, breaches included failure to detect or adequately assess multiple deficiencies during the onboarding of higher-risk customers. [[nid:719802]] This article was first published in The Straits Times . Permission required for reproduction.
The Print
16-06-2025
- The Print
Haryana Agricultural University turns ‘battleground' as students dig in heels, demand V-C's ouster
The agitation, which erupted in the first week of June, was initially sparked by changes to HAU's stipend policy for Master of Science (MSc) and PhD students. Previously, students with an Overall Grade Point Average (OGPA) above 7.5 received Rs 6,000 for MSc and Rs 12,000 for PhD monthly, while others received Rs 3,000 and Rs 5,000, respectively. While the university has said it has put controversial stipend rule changes on hold, students say there has been no official notification to that effect. Gurugram: After a violent crackdown by the administration, students who led protests at the Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (HAU) in Hisar against changes to scholarship policies have expanded their demands, now calling for the removal of the vice-chancellor and the rollback of several policy changes. The new policy restricted stipends to only the top 25 percent of students, regardless of OGPA. On 10 June, students staged a peaceful sit-in outside the Vice-Chancellor Dr Baldev Raj Kamboj's office, demanding the restoration of the original stipend structure aligned with Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) norms. The protest turned violent that evening when security guards, allegedly acting on orders from registrar Pawan Kumar, professor Radheshyam Sharma, and chief security officer Sukhbir Singh, used sticks and batons to clear the protest. More than 20 students, including women scholars, were injured, with Deepanshu Kadian, a first-year student of BSc (Agriculture) requiring six stitches for a head injury and a Chakshu, final-year student of BSc (Agriculture), needing 30 stitches for his injury. Medical Legal Reports (MLRs) from Civil Hospital Hisar, confirmed that several students had suffered blunt force trauma. An FIR was lodged on 11 June at Hisar Civil Lines police station, charging eight university officials, including professor Radheshyam Sharma, under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Sections 110 (attempt to commit culpable homicide), 190 (unlawful assembly), 191(2) and 191(3) (rioting, including with deadly weapons), and 351(3) (criminal force causing grievous hurt). On 13 June, Sharma was arrested and subsequently suspended by the university. The university also announced the suspension of the stipend policy changes and, on 14 June, Haryana Minister Ranbir Singh Gangwa assured students that the matter would be addressed and those involved in the assault would be suspended. However, students are still dissatisfied, citing the lack of accountability from higher officials. The assault on students has drawn sharp criticism from opposition leaders, who have accused the Nayab Singh Saini-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of mishandling the situation at Haryana's premier agricultural institution. Also Read: How a change in stipend rules in Haryana's premier agricultural university put students on warpath Expanded list of demands A charter, dated 12 June, expands the list of the students' demands, including the immediate resignation of the V-C, who, they said, was morally and directly responsible for the violent crackdown. They accused Kamboj of not only being present during the attack and failing to intervene, but also threatening to crush them under a vehicle. Speaking to ThePrint, Deepanshu emphasised the lack of direct communication from the administration. 'The university claims they have accepted our demands, but we have not been given anything in writing. Why doesn't the VC speak to the students and tell them what all demands have been admitted?' He alleging that Kamboj's leadership has 'vitiated the environment' at HAU. Chakshu added that the administration was using police to pressure students into attending exams they boycotted as a mark of protest, further eroding trust. The memorandum also demands immediate suspension and removal of the registrar, the chief security officer, director of student welfare Dr M.L. Khichar, as well as the termination of security personnel implicated in the incident and a lifetime ban on their reappointment. Students have also asked for medical expenses of those injured on 10 June to be fully reimbursed and restoration of Land Donation Villages (LDV) seat policies. They are also seeking guarantees against disciplinary action for protesters, including warnings of expulsion or Career Development Committee (CDC) scrutiny. Sandeep Arya, HAU's public relations officer, defended the administration, emphasising that the university had addressed the students' core demands by suspending the stipend policy changes and maintaining LDV seat rules. He confirmed professor Sharma's suspension and arrest, arguing that the students' refusal to end the protest was driven by 'political interference'. ThePrint reached Vice-Chancellor Kamboj and registrar Pawan Kumar for comment via messages and calls. This report will be updated if and when a response is received. Allegations of 'political interference' Alumni have said the agitation was symptomatic of deeper systemic issues at HAU, which played a significant role in India's Green Revolution in the 1960s. Professor Kuldeep Singh Dhindsa, who was the dean between 1971 and 2005, expressed dismay at the university's decline. 'HAU was once known for its academic excellence and sporting activities, but now, it has become a den of political maneuvering.' Retired agricultural economics professor and HAU PhD alumnus Arjun Singh alleged rampant corruption under Vice-Chancellor Kamboj's tenure. 'There is a scam worth crores in training programmes meant for Scheduled Castes. Tenders for the Kisan Mela are reportedly awarded to blacklisted companies, and there's black marketing of seeds. Scientists refusing to sign fake bills are transferred or charge-sheeted,' he alleged. Singh pointed to the 2024 death of scientist Dr Divya Phogat, who was allegedly mentally harassed and denied opportunities to attend international projects in Mexico and Bangladesh. A memorandum put together by professors, scientists, and union representatives at HAU at the time demanded action against the widespread corruption in the university, black marketing of seeds, and mental harassment of scientists, staff, and students. It also said Phogat underwent severe mental harassment. The memorandum also alleged interference from the government in the university's functioning is hampering research and administrative work, and certain sections of the academic community were being deliberately targeted and harassed. They submitted the memorandum to Congress leader and former Union minister Kumari Selja. 'HAU is now a den of corruption and politics,' Singh said, while backing students' demand for Kamboj's immediate removal. He alleged that teachers considered not in alignment with the ruling dispensation in Haryana and at the Centre were being targeted in the university. HAU public relations officer Arya denied allegations of corruption and of Phogat's harassment, terming them baseless. The issue also drew the attention of political parties with Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala labelling HAU a 'battleground' under the BJP-led Haryana government, demanding the arrest and dismissal of Kamboj, Kumar, and Singh, alongside increased scholarship funding. Haryana Congress unit leader and former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda and condemned the lathi charge and supported their demands. Congress MPs Kumari Selja and Deepender Hooda also visited striking students and offered their support. In a video posted to his X Monday, Jannayak Janta Party (JJP) leader Digvijay Chautala said that the vice-chancellor of HAU has crossed all limits and brutally crushed the democratic and fundamental rights of the students. 'Such dictatorship cannot be tolerated. The V-C must be removed immediately,' he can be heard saying in the video. Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) MLA Arjun Chautala condemned the violence as 'shameful' and threatened statewide agitation if demands were ignored. Sanjay Sharma, state spokesperson of the BJP, however, denied any interference in the functioning of the university. 'The CCSHAU, like other universities in the state, is an autonomous body. Hence, neither the BJP government nor any other organisation, has any interference in its functioning,' he told The Print. Meanwhile In a post on X wrestler Bajrang Punia expressed his support for the protesting students. 'Joined the protesting students of HAU and stood in solidarity with their struggle. The administration's lathis may have broken their bones, but not their spirit. This is not just a fight for scholarships, but a battle for rights and self-respect,' he wrote. (Edited by Sanya Mathur) Also Read: 'Kulguru, not V-C'—all official correspondence with Haryana education minister now only in Hindi
Business Wire
16-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
New Consumer Guide Exposes Hidden Costs of Legal System Abuse in America
MALVERN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) and Munich Reinsurance America, Inc. (Munich Re US) have released a new consumer guide highlighting the growing impact of legal system abuse and its negative financial impact on consumers and businesses in the United States. 'Legal system abuse has driven up litigation expenses and costs, impacting businesses and consumers across the United States." A Consumer Guide: How Legal System Abuse Impacts You explains how litigation tactics, such as aggressive attorney advertising, third-party litigation financing, and persuasive jury 'anchoring' techniques, are burdening the economy with excessive tort costs, slowing down settlements, and diminishing the actual awards received by plaintiffs. 'Legal system abuse has driven up litigation expenses and costs, impacting businesses and consumers across the United States,' said Joshua Hackett, Head of Casualty at Munich Re US. 'If left unchecked, these rising costs will continue to increase insurance premiums and limit coverage options.' As reported in the Triple-I/Munich Re US consumer guide, legal system abuse has resulted in: $6,664 in added annual costs for the average American family of four 4.8 million jobs lost in the U.S. economy due to excessive litigation Over $160 billion in annual tort costs for small businesses The consumer guide also dispels the myth that plaintiffs always derive a substantial benefit from large settlements. In many cases, third-party investors and legal fees consume a sizable portion of the award, sometimes more than half. Additionally, the plaintiff may incur other costs such as medical expenses and case fees, which could affect the final settlement they receive. 'While billboard attorneys use exploitative advertisements promising big dollar settlements, the truth is consumers and business owners can be left with less money, sometimes substantially less than if the likes of third-party litigation financiers are involved,' said Triple-I CEO Sean Kevelighan. 'The big business of U.S. law is increasing costs for everyone, which is why it's vital Americans understand what's happening and push for legal reform.' The Triple-I/Munich Re US consumer guide urges consumers to educate themselves about legal system abuse and its impact on the rising cost of insurance coverage. The insurance industry continues to call for greater transparency in third-party litigation financing, curbs on inflated medical billing and more responsible legal advertising. About the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) Since 1960, the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) has been the trusted voice of risk and insurance, delivering unique, data-driven insights to educate, elevate, and connect consumers, industry professionals, policymakers, and the media. An affiliate of The Institutes, Triple-I represents a diverse membership accounting for nearly 50% of all U.S. property/casualty premiums written. Our members include mutual and stock companies, personal and commercial lines, primary insurers, and reinsurers – serving regional, national, and global markets. About The Institutes The Institutes® are a not-for-profit comprised of diverse affiliates that educate, elevate, and connect people in the essential disciplines of risk management and insurance. Through products and services offered by The Institutes and nearly 20 affiliated business units, people and organizations are empowered to help those in need with a focus on understanding, predicting, and preventing losses to create a more resilient world. The Institutes is a registered trademark of The Institutes. All rights reserved. About Munich Re US Munich Reinsurance America, Inc. (Munich Re US) is one of the largest reinsurers in the United States. We provide reinsurance coverages, specialty reinsurance, and risk management solutions to commercial and personal lines insurance carriers, agents and brokers, program administrators, and managing general agents. Our admitted and non-admitted insurance company affiliates offer specialty insurance products. We provide insurance carriers with white-label products to help protect against the devastating effects of natural catastrophes and emerging risks. We believe that by looking out for our clients' best interests with innovative risk solutions, we can help build more resilient communities and close insurance gaps.
